Joining me today is Scott Galloway, NYU professor, best-selling author, and host of the Prof G and Pivot podcasts. In this episode, Scott shines a light on the global crisis facing young men—from rising loneliness to declining economic mobility—and why he believes this is one of the most urgent issues of our time. We also unpack key insights from his latest book, The Algebra of Wealth, touching on masculinity, AI, financial literacy, relationships, and long-term happiness.

00:00 Introduction
02:10 Life & the economy: US, London, and Dubai compared
05:00 Raising a family in the UAE vs. the “real world”
08:10 Why Scott left the US for London
12:25 American culture & patriarchy: myth or reality?
13:22 The decline of young men’s health, ambition & opportunity
19:40 The future of education: promises & pitfalls
24:12 How to filter information in the attention economy
27:00 Enragement = engagement: the marketing trap
30:42 Bots, fake followers, and media distortion
32:02 Finding meaning in life & career
33:49 The loneliness epidemic: “Gen Z is giving up”
40:00 AI and its role in amplifying isolation
43:00 Young people vs. economic stagnation
45:34 The challenge of dating & attracting the right partner
47:12 Family upbringing and its influence
54:22 Scott’s advice for men looking for the right relationship
57:12 Hedonism vs. lasting happiness

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Tracy Harmoush is a former investment banker turned fitness entrepreneur and mindset speaker. After leaving the corporate grind in Dubai, Tracy built her brand around holistic health, confidence, and self-leadership through her app Untraceable and hit podcast What They Don’t Tell Us. In this episode, we unpack her full journey—from the gym to the boardroom to relationships—exploring what it really takes to pursue purpose over pressure.

00:00 Introduction
03:22 Tracy’s time in corporate investing & trading in Dubai
07:45 How Dubai’s culture evolved from the 2000s to today
10:33 Entrepreneurship vs corporate careers
14:11 The Untraceable fitness app & why basics work best
18:00 Fitness myths women still believe
23:05 How to beat gym anxiety
27:12 Dating in Dubai & gym cold approaches
32:22 Accidental success with Untraceable & podcast motivation
38:44 Entrepreneurship, priorities & personal balance
42:00 Navigating careers while in relationships
49:33 When it’s not right, but there’s no reason to leave
55:44 Why solitude builds true confidence
57:20 Energy exchanges & confidence while single
1:00:22 Why are women drawn to bad boys?
1:03:22 Standards & expectations in modern dating
1:07:12 Building a real friendship circle
1:14:05 Healthy emotional boundaries in relationships
1:18:33 Should men open up more?
1:22:03 Masculine vs feminine energy
1:28:12 Dating struggles for men in their early 20s
1:31:22 Gratitude, regrets & embracing the now
1:38:02 The sweet story behind Tracy’s ice cream brand
1:45:20 Her current business ventures
1:50:31 Role models & self-inspiration
1:52:11 Tracy’s #1 advice for young women

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Simon Squibb is a veteran entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of HelpBnk, a platform dedicated to helping millions launch their own businesses. With 19 companies under his belt, Simon brings unmatched experience and raw honesty to the table—making this episode a must-listen for any aspiring entrepreneur. From the flaws in education to the mindset shifts needed for success, this is your blueprint for starting and scaling a purpose-driven business.

00:00 Why Simon left the UK for Hong Kong
04:33 The real issues in England: media, politics & education
09:47 Simon’s advice for launching your first business
13:00 The education system is broken: practical skills vs schooling
22:42 Make learning more meaningful by following your interests
27:03 Passion vs strengths: which should guide your purpose?
32:10 Human nature & learning how to hunt
34:50 The mindset shift for lasting happiness
41:44 The truth about fame
44:44 Hack your luck: Simon’s 3-step system
49:33 Why big businesses are easier to run than small ones
54:20 Is entrepreneurship for everyone?
59:00 Why Simon is obsessed with helping people achieve dreams
1:03:01 The shortcut to happiness: give without expecting
1:13:22 The beauty of creating, solving, and serving
1:18:22 Co-founders & filtering valuable partnerships
1:26:55 Personal branding, investing, and loyalty-based business
1:36:28 Is property investing a scam?
1:48:02 What’s next for Simon

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Mo Gawdat, recognised as the ‘happiness expert’, is a former Chief Business Officer at Google X who transformed personal tragedy into a global mission: to make one billion people happy. After the loss of his son Ali, Mo dedicated his life to teaching others how to find meaning, joy, and peace—even in the darkest of moments. In this episode, he shares deeply personal lessons and science-backed strategies to help you eliminate stress, navigate grief, and live with greater clarity.

00:00 Introduction
01:59 Chronic stress: “the biggest pandemic of our time”
11:12 Creative writing & the meaning behind Unstressable
15:42 How the loss of Mo’s son transformed him from grumpy to joyful
25:11 Be ruthless with your time & energy
28:44 Ego, identity, and grounding
32:20 One Billion Happy: how to beat sadness & stress
40:33 Find purpose using the “gamer’s mindset”
48:22 Your small step to make the world better
51:25 Power up your happiness equation
58:12 How to manage traumatic stress
1:03:45 “Happiness is a choice” — identify and eliminate stressors
1:10:04 Purpose through process of elimination
1:13:33 Spirituality, intuition & your non-physical self
1:21:11 Is hustle culture overrated?
1:23:04 Life-changing lessons from religion
1:33:00 Evolution, probability, and our existence
1:37:45 Perspective & living meaningfully
1:41:33 Biggest threats to humanity
1:47:25 Investing in yourself & your happiness
1:53:12 Hedonism, money & your social circle
1:59:02 Minimalism & decluttering your life
2:05:50 Maintaining love & relationships
2:21:22 “Most relationships break because of…”

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ArabUncut is not your everyday travel YouTuber… Unlike others, the young creator goes to extreme danger to reveal the unfiltered stories of poverty-based and war-torn third world countries. From interviewing the most dangerous gangs in Rio and Africa to immersing himself in the dark world of the Mexican Cartel, ArabUncut captures never-seen-before footage that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Join us for a one-of-a-kind episode as ArabUncut shares his incredible journey, including his kidnapping ordeal in Haiti, being held at gunpoint, and visiting the “street of zombies” in Brazil.

00:00 Addressing misconceptions: Arab's kidnapping incident
02:16 Arab's background and pseudonym
09:02 Content creation approach and equipment breakdowns
12:54 The impact of 2023 on Arab's YouTube content
14:40 Virality secrets & Arab’s dedication to extreme storytelling
17:58 “I bought a wife in Africa for 6 cows": pranking in Kenya
21:48 Love & relationships
24:30 Religion & spirituality (good & evil forces)
26:22 “America in the next 12 months is f*cked.”: are dark times ahead?
27:20 Rumble, Telegram & navigating monetisation challenges
30:31 Kidnapped by the warlord of Haiti (near death experience)
39:44 Arab’s formula for getting access to extreme interviews
42:11 Visiting Brazil’s most dangerous Favela & “street of zombies”
49:00 Held at gunpoint in Cairo
50:00 Biggest lessons learned from his videos
54:11 The future of ArabUncut
1:00:15 Most dangerous experiences
1:04:22 “The only thing I fear is…”
1:06:40 Degeneracy, conspiracy & religion
1:14:44 ArabUncut’s team & future content plans

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Today, we welcome back the ever-inspiring Luke Belmar. A serial entrepreneur, crypto expert, and a visionary who is leading the next generation towards freedom. As the co-founder of the world’s largest business network, Luke has become a beacon for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing advanced education and proven strategies to generate onwards of 10K p/m. His ‘against the grain’ outlook continues to challenge the status quo, unveiling hidden truths of modern society and sharing his guide to break free from the rat race. Join us for part 2 as Luke unveils his masterplan for attaining freedom and self-sufficiency.

00:00 Climate change: Dubai’s recent storms & flooding
05:02 Conspiracy theories & data censorship (9/11, CVD19, MK Ultra)
08:10 Controlled media narratives (how to find reliable news sources)
13:29 The power of content: Breaking the algorithm & overcoming censorship (Andrew Tate)
17:25 The dark side of AI: “The world’s not ready”
22:00 Biometric profiles in Shanghai
25:15 Luke’s future-proof skill stack
31:22 Breaking free of the ‘9-5 slave system’
37:45 Elon Musk exposed
42:11 The evolution of marketing & Luke’s life-changing lessons for success
46:02 Capital Club
52:12 Crypto & the declining purchase power of the $
55:35 How to live a life of freedom
58:15 Stocks, investing & bitcoin | Developing a leader mindset
1:01:42 Musical manipulation: how “devil music” & vibrational frequencies are brainwashing you
1:05:45 Psychology & propaganda
1:08:25 The ecosystem of Luke’s business ventures
1:16:13 The transformative power of going to the gym
1:18:04 Purposeful living: enrich your existence
1:21:40 Your recipe for “massive success”: Luke’s #3 essential skills & capitalising upon these market trends
1:25:00 Biohacking & maintaining optimal health
1:28:23 Invest in your quality of life (use your resources for experiences)
1:34:33 Luke’s upcoming ventures

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Roxie Nafousi, a key figure in self-development, has empowered millions to turn their dreams into a reality. Her recovery from rock bottom and battling addiction to becoming a self-help expert was sparked by her discovery of manifestation, where she quickly turned everything around and became a beacon of hope for individuals on their journey to self-discovery. Her debut book “Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life” has become an international best-seller and is acclaimed for being a staple introduction into the world of manifestation.

00:00 Introduction
02:12 Hitting “rock bottom”: suffering from addiction & low self-worth
08:10 Roxie’s turnaround: the role of manifestation
13:44 The journey from Instagram advice to “manifestation queen”
18:34 Lack of role models, finding your purpose & feeling unworthy
22:23 Rewiring your perspective: the key mindset of manifestation
25:55 Step #1: Be clear in your vision (what do you want?)
30:25 The power of visualisation on your subconscious
32:00 Critique & common misconceptions surrounding manifestation
33:50 Law of attraction & vibrational frequencies
38:11 Unexplained coincidences & attracting desires
40:16 Reality manifestation: turn your desires into reality
47:20 “Trick” your brain into experiencing positive, empowering thoughts
50:40 Gratitude: changing mindsets and experiencing gratitude
54:22 Overcoming fear & doubt
59:45 Strategies for facing obstacles
1:00:12 Relationships & dating: manifest your ‘perfect’ partner
1:07:03 Magnetism & chemistry
1:11:52 Turning rejection into opportunity: life advice for those in their 20s
1:14:01 Inspiration over comparison
1:17:22 “Authenticity is magnetic”: the power of you
1:20:04 Self-love
1:23:00 Roxie’s current manifestation goals
1:27:24 Diversifying your skill set & becoming multi-faceted

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Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming my good friend Joss Mooney to our discussion. Joss is a distinguished coach and entrepreneur in the fitness industry, recognised for guiding thousands on their journey to a perfect physique. Leveraging his 15+ years of coaching experience, Joss helps fitness influencers and businesses on a worldwide scale grow their revenue from 10k–50k per month. Tune in for two hours of reflection as we explore Joss’s journey from uni dropout and “party boy” to serial entrepreneur.

00:00 Joss and Mike’s early years working in the nightclub industry (Newcastle)
04:55 University education: valuable or waste of time?
07:20 Early career struggles (working in retail)
11:50 The unspoken challenges of entrepreneurship
13:45 Life as a party host in Marbella: “I was working for £0 every night!”
18:38 Essential life skills & advice to those feeling lost
22:01 Behind the scenes of reality TV: the shocking truths
34:15 Winning strategies for career building in your early 20s
35:24 The invaluable benefits of being in shape & the reality of competitive bodybuilding
40:22 The psychological impact of competitive bodybuilding
42:50 Relationship with food: “you eat when you’re bored”
44:38 Joss’s journey from a “party boy” to a successful entrepreneur
50:00 The growing creator economy & the significance of personal branding
55:04 Reminiscing on fitness icons (Zyzz, Greg Plitt, Lazar Angelov)
57:55 Elevate Agency: grow your brand & monetise your audience
1:03:22 Investing in your craft & building your brand
1:10:47 Navigating growth: the pros and cons of being single vs in a relationship
1:15:00 The hardships of dating in your 20s (and how to fix them)
1:19:28 Finding growth through pain & difficult times
1:22:00 How Mike bounced back after “the worst breakup”
1:24:30 Developing a perfect relationship
1:30:02 Travelling Japan & British culture
1:33:12 Life in Dubai: the pros and cons
1:34:20 What’s next for Joss?
1:37:11 Reaching 10k p/m

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Alex Chehade is a trading specialist and the UAE executive director of @BinanceYoutube, the world’s leading crypto exchange platform. With 20 years of experience in finance, and over 12 years in operations and trading, Alex has set out to bring digital assets and trading to the forefront of the global economy. Enjoy the next hour as Alex shares his expertise on all things crypto and tech related, including Bitcoin, virtual assets, AI, the metaverse and more.

00:00 Alex’s investing background & his role at Binance FZE
05:30 How Binance became the world’s #1 crypto exchange in 5 months from launch
08:44 The mainstream growth of crypto trading
09:45 Transactions & regulations
14:25 Binance’s operations
15:22 A beginner’s guide to opening a crypto wallet with Binance
17:07 Is the growth of crypto exchange platforms dependent on the performance of virtual assets?
19:01 Alex’s advice on how to build your crypto portfolio (how he would invest 10k)
22:49 How the UAE favours crypto & attracts traders from across the globe
29:35 CR7’s relationship with Binance & a guide to NFTs
34:50 What is Web3? The evolution of how we interact with social media
38:15 The truth about the Metaverse
42:22 The vast benefits of integrating AI into your business
49:34 Bitcoin
52:11 Will Bitcoin reach £100,000?
54:50 How to create your own cryptocurrency
58:31 The rundown on meme coins
59:39 The future of Binance & cryptocurrency
1:02:48 Alex’s recommended learning resources on cryptocurrency & trading

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Raoul Plickat is the CEO and founder of CreatorGroup, a technology conglomerate employing over 300 people. The conglomerate encompasses a variety of self-funded software and marketing companies, all of which are focused on the creator economy. Raoul began his career in marketing and digital advertising, fields that continue to be fundamental to his success today.

00:00 Introduction
02:00 Raoul’s early years in business & entrepreneurship
04:57 Key lessons & skills from Raoul’s first business ventures
09:55 Monetising your audience
11:30 The evolution of paid ads & lead generation in the content creation industry
15:02 Marketing MBA production & agency
20:44 Raoul’s biggest client success stories
22:20 Strategies for launching a successful product or service
27:17 Current marketing innovators (Kanye West, Kylie Jenner, Elon Musk)
33:22 Navigating the creator economy & standing out among peers
37:11 The #1 secret for rapid growth (content creators)
39:02 Ad spend & the strategy behind successful ad campaigns
42:44 Creating & scaling your personal branding
48:35 Leveraging social media & principles of life
52:02 Boosting productivity & achieving healthy work-life balance
54:50 Recruiting & building a team
57:05 Multilingual content creators & the rise of AI
1:00:48 “AI is still stupid”: the rise of machine learning
1:08:44 Understanding data & the psychology of consumerism for scaling your business
1:13:51 Overcoming hardships & growing from reflection
1:17:39 Developing fresh perspectives & the benefits of stepping out of your comfort zone
1:25:22 Finding inspiration & spreading happiness
1:26:57 Why Raoul bought a Bugatti Chiron & his fascination with art
1:33:40 What’s next for Raoul?

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